Local to Monterey County, Jasmine Bhardwaj was raised in Gonzales and born in Salinas. As she's the daughter of a small business owner, she has been passionate about the Salinas Valley and the local economy from a young age. Jasmine is also a proud California State University Monterey Bay. As a first-generation graduate, Jasmine holds a degree in Business Administration with dual concentrations in management, international business, and accounting (go otters). She has six years of professional work experience in the food and beverage sector and three years of experience working in a university environment. She has a strong commitment to community involvement, advocacy, and fostering a robust local economy. During her free time, Jasmine enjoys watching shows, doing karaoke, and spending time with her family and friends.